We discuss the new documentary series The Program: Cons, Cults and Kidnapping and the inexhaustable ability to exploit and capitalize upon anything under the sun, including 'troubled teens,' 'at-risk youth,' etc. We talk about the micro to the macro regarding the Troubled Teen Industry (TTI) and Josh brings along some firsthand experience with working at similar kinds of institutions to the conversation. Don't worry, there are still grim jokes and dark goof-em-ups.

Past HDotU episodes related to the topic:

• 060 - Body Brokers and the Business of Recovery
• 067 - The Self-Help and Guru Industrial Complex feat. Ian from Camp ReEducation

Further Reading, Viewing, Listening

• WWASP Surivor Testimonies
• Fatalities of the Troubled Teen Industry in the United States
• Troubled Teen Industry Timeline

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General Recommendations

• Josh's Recommendations: 1) Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief 2) The Business of Recovery 3) Jesus Camp
• Tim's Recommendation: WrestleMania 40

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